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- Lenovo and Motorola phones, tablets and other devices banned in Germanywww.gizchina.com Lenovo and Motorola phones, tablets and other devices banned in Germany
Get all the details about the ban on Lenovo and Motorola devices in Germany due to a patent dispute. Stay informed!
- Google Messages' text editing feature is live for beta users, and it could come to you soonwww.androidauthority.com Google Messages' text editing feature is live for beta users, and it could come to you soon
Google Messages' sent text editing feature has now begun rolling out to beta users, indicating that stable rollout is around the corner.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15273527
> > Google Messages' sent text editing feature has now begun rolling out to beta users, indicating that stable rollout is around the corner.
- Thunderbird for Android / K-9 Mail: April 2024 Progress Report - The Thunderbird Blogblog.thunderbird.net Thunderbird for Android / K-9 Mail: April 2024 Progress Report - The Thunderbird Blog
In the latest Thunderbird for Android update, we discuss bug fixes, F-Droid, Push permissions, Material 3, Android 14 and a two-app future.
- Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywherewww.androidauthority.com Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywhere
Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywhere with this upcoming feature.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15273525
> > Google Messages wants to make sure you don't see texts from blocked contacts anywhere with this upcoming feature.
- Xiaomi 14: My Camera Lens Fogs Up Too!youtube.com Xiaomi 14: My Camera Lens Fogs Up Too!
TEAM SGG PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SomeGadgetGuy A quick check in on the Xiaomi 14, and while this is an awesome camera system, it turns out I TOO have...
Yup. It happens to mine too. I'm just mad I didn't think of testing it like this first.
- Huawei Pura 70 Pro teardown reveals even more China-made partswww.gsmarena.com Huawei Pura 70 Pro teardown reveals even more China-made parts
The NAND memory is now made in China but the Kirin 9010 is still underperforming. Huawei recently launched the Pura 70 series in China, opening the next...
- Google's Find My Device network quietly rolls out to some outside North Americawww.androidauthority.com Google's Find My Device network quietly rolls out to some outside North America
Some users outside of North America are starting to get Google's Find My Device network, suggesting a global rollout might be happening.
- Google's Pixel 6 series appears to miss out on Bluetooth LE Audio supportwww.androidauthority.com Google's Pixel 6 series appears to miss out on Bluetooth LE Audio support
The Google Pixel 6 series doesn't seem to support Bluetooth LE Audio, which means they might miss out on Android 15's audio sharing feature.
- Comparison of privacy and/or security focused Android ROMs versus "Stock" Android
I stumbled across this today and thought it was worth sharing. I have used every one of these ROMs except /e/ and they are all good projects in their own right.
- CMF Phone: Nothing sub-brand linked to launch of first-ever smartphone in new leakwww.notebookcheck.net CMF Phone: Nothing sub-brand linked to launch of first-ever smartphone in new leak
CMF by Nothing has seemingly been created to sell colorful, affordable accessories thus far. However, it, like its parent company, will branch out into making its own smartphones soon, according to a new leak. It is projected to land as a budget Android device, albeit one to match the vibrant design...
- Google’s Pixel Leaves Little Room to Breathe for Sony Phones - Bloombergwww.bloomberg.com Google’s Pixel Leaves Little Room to Breathe for Sony Phones
After a decade of loyalty to Sony, I surrendered my Xperia smartphone in favor of a Google Pixel last year, and it looks like I’m far from alone. But first...
cross-posted from: https://lemdro.id/post/8675186
- Google Pixel 8a announced9to5google.com Google Pixel 8a hands-on: Refined design defined by $499 [Gallery]
In a somewhat unexpected move, Google is announcing the Pixel 8a today ahead of I/O 2024 with the $499 mid-ranger launching on...
![Google Pixel 8a hands-on: Refined design defined by $499 [Gallery]](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/4e9275fe-194e-42c8-97ee-6d688b5eb2f0.jpeg?format=webp&thumbnail=256)
> The Google Pixel 8a starts at $499 for 128 GB and $559 for 256 GB (Obsidian only)
- It's Over for Fossil Smartwatcheswww.droid-life.com It’s Over for Fossil Smartwatches
A week ago, we told you to head on over to Fossil’s online store to grab one of their last-remaining Wear OS smartwatches that had been dropped to $79. While we made sure you understood to not expect much going forward should you buy one, the price was so good that... #Fossil #Smartwatches
- Realme GT Neo6 announced with SD 8s Gen 3 and up to 1TB storagem.gsmarena.com Realme GT Neo6 announced with SD 8s Gen 3 and up to 1TB storage
Realme's latest flagship killer is going on open sale in China from May 15. Realme’s latest GT series phone is here with the GT Neo6 and it offers flagship...
- What is your go-to app for IR remote?
I find the only app in F-droid very lacking, and the couple I tested from the PlayStore lacked many of the technically available controls you can see on IRDB, Global Cache, JP1, etc.
I am seriously surprised there is no open source Android IR remote app that can truly put everything to shame, given that the info is out there. I may contact a friend of mine for a new Android app...
- Google Fit dev APIs shutdown set, fate of Android & Wear OS apps go unannounced9to5google.com Google Fit dev APIs shutdown set, fate of Android & Wear OS apps go unannounced
Earlier this week, the company detailed how the "Google Fit APIs have been deprecated" and that the shutdown is set for June 30, 2025.
- Google's working on a way to speed-up data transfers when setting up a new phone: APK Teardownwww.androidauthority.com Google's working on a way to speed-up data transfers when setting up a new phone: APK Teardown
Google is working on new ways to transfer and restore data between two Android devices. One of them is designed to speed things up.
- TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro: A Small Refresh to a Nice Wear OS Watch
The newest Wear OS watch from Mobvoi is not a radical hardware change. Where Xiaomi, Oppo, and Google are only just catching the tech in the Pro 5, the Enduro is a move towards slightly better efficiency and fancier build materials. It's still a TicWatch though, and while some of the software situation has improved, we still need to chat about updates...
- Finland warns of Android malware attacks breaching bank accountswww.bleepingcomputer.com Finland warns of Android malware attacks breaching bank accounts
Finland's Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom) has issued a warning about an ongoing Android malware campaign targeting banking accounts.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/14903482 >> Finland's Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom) has issued a warning about an ongoing Android malware campaign targeting banking accounts.
- Dual headphone jack smartphone scores high in new reparability videowww.notebookcheck.net Dual headphone jack smartphone scores high in new reparability video
The Moondrop MIAD 01 is one of the most distinctive Android devices of 2024 thus far. It has a 4.4mm headphone jack to go with the more conventional 3.5mm type. Furthermore, it seems it might be as appealing to teardown enthusiasts as well as audiophiles, and may, therefore, also be easier to repair...
- Sony Xperia 10 VI appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 6 Gen 1m.gsmarena.com Sony Xperia 10 VI appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
The phone will have an 8 GB RAM option. Sony will launch the new Xperia 10 with two cameras, and today, we also learned the Mk. VI version will run on...
- Samsung Rumored To Bring ‘Battery AI’ To Its Galaxy S25 Series, Boosting The Total Backup By Up To 10 Percent At The Same Performance Levelwccftech.com Samsung Rumored To Bring ‘Battery AI’ To Its Galaxy S25 Series, Boosting The Total Backup By Up To 10 Percent At The Same Performance Level
A unnamed source informed a tipster that Samsug is working on a new feature called ‘Battery AI’ for the Galaxy S25 lineup
- Sharp announces "AQUOS R9" and "AQUOS wish4" - Keitai Watchk-tai.watch.impress.co.jp シャープが「AQUOS R9」「AQUOS wish4」を発表
シャープは8日、Androidスマートフォン「AQUOSシリーズ」の最新機種として、ハイエンドモデルRシリーズから「AQUOS R9」、ベーシックモデルWishシリーズから「AQUOS wish4」を発表した。それぞれ7月中旬以降と7月上旬以降に発売される。
- Samsung is recreating its mid-range Galaxy smartphone messwww.notebookcheck.net Samsung is recreating its mid-range Galaxy smartphone mess
In 2019, Samsung consolidated its budget and mid-range product lines by merging them. However, the company has since introduced new lines, reversing the simplification.
- vivo announces launch date for X100 Ultra, X100s duom.gsmarena.com vivo announces launch date for X100 Ultra, X100s duo
The X100s will have a flat panel; the X100s Pro is coming with a 2.5D curved front. The vivo X100 Ultra will be announced on May 13, the company confirmed...
> The X100 Ultra has a camera setup that is different from that of any other X100 smartphone. According to a senior executive, the phone, with its flagship-tier camera technologies, will excel in five key scenes:
> * The micro-gimbal anti-shake telephoto lens will be able to capture fast cars.
- The macro feature of the telephoto camera has the biggest magnification rate among smartphones – 3.4:1.
- Dark light telephoto portrait option will provide seamless images with no glare or reflections.
- Telephoto lens can also capture starlight in the night sky.
- With the help of Zeiss, the X100 Ultra and the vivo ISP users will be able to capture sunsets, sunrises, and flowing clouds.
- Realme GT Neo 6 reservations begin, key specifications officially confirmedwww.thetechoutlook.com Realme GT Neo 6 reservations begin, key specifications officially confirmed - The Tech Outlook
Last month, Realme launched the Realme GT Neo 6 SE smartphone in the Chinese market. According to reports, the Realme GT Neo 6 will be unveiled in the home market this month. Despite the absence of an official announcement, JD.com has silently listed the Neo 6 for reservations. The Realme GT Neo 6’s...
- Solution - Pocket Casts keeps closing on Android - lemm.eelemm.ee Solution - Pocket Casts keeps closing on Android - lemm.ee
I found a reddit thread suggesting deleting cache and data fixed the problem. Hope to help others avoid reddit if possible.
- Global Smartphone Market Grows 6% YoY in Q1 2024; Revenue Reaches Highest Level in a First Quarterwww.counterpointresearch.com Global Smartphone Market Grows 6% YoY in Q1 2024; Revenue Reaches Highest Level in a First Quarter - Counterpoint
- Global Smartphone Market Grows 6% YoY in Q1 2024; Revenue Reaches Highest Level in a First Quarter - Counterpoint
- No, you don't need a 'very bespoke AOSP' to turn your phone into a Rabbit R1 — here's proofwww.androidauthority.com No, you don't need a 'very bespoke AOSP' to turn your phone into a Rabbit R1 — here's proof
Rabbit recently said their AI service can only be accessed on the R1 with its “very bespoke AOSP” firmware, but that isn’t true.
- Sony Xperia 1 vi / 10 vi render leaks - Arsène Lupin
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- Google Play Store is rolling out a new badge for government-made appswww.androidauthority.com Google Play Store is rolling out a new badge for government-made apps
Starting today, apps made by state and federal governments are getting a new government badge to help users better identify official apps.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/14967490
> > Starting today, apps made by state and federal governments are getting a new government badge to help users better identify official apps. > > >The badge will first appear on over 3,000 apps for 12 different countries.
- Confirmed: Google to Release a Pixel Tablet Without Dock, Sell Pen and Bluetooth Keyboardwww.droid-life.com Confirmed: Google to Release a Pixel Tablet Without Dock, Sell Pen...
Google announced the Pixel Tablet almost a year ago to the date, only to then release it in June at a starting price of $499. That starting price included Google’s weird docking station for the tablet, a docking station severely lacking in features and that most of us would have skipped if...
- Exclusive: Sony Xperia 1 VI leaked – Improved Telephoto, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and more -mspowerusermspoweruser.com Exclusive: Sony Xperia 1 VI leaked – Improved Telephoto, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and more
Sony’s latest flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VI, is set to launch on May 17th. We’ve managed to get exclusive details ahead of the official reveal, and while it appears to be a modest upgrade, there are still exciting updates in store. Camera: Triple Rear Setup The Xperia 1 VI boasts a triple rea...
It looks like the improved tele on the Xperia finally.
